NSG 490 Special Topics in Nursing

Requirements for NSG 490 Experiential Learning Credit:

Upon acceptance to the Thomas University nursing programs, students who hold an active professional nursing certification sponsored by a National Organization may receive three (3) credit hours for NSG 490 Special Topics as part of their required RN-BSN curricular plan. Additionally, students who receive an initial certification while enrolled in the nursing program can also receive 3 credit hours.

Examples of approved organizations/certifications include, but are not limited to:

American Nurses Credentialing Center

Emergency Nurses Association

Oncology Nursing Certification Organization

American Board of Perianesthesia

Nephrology Certification Commission

Examples of organizations that would not meet this requirement include CPR, ACLS, TNCC, PALS, NALS and other similar certifications.